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Dodge Dakota 2WD V6-3.7L (2009)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Description and Operation (page 2 of 2)

Make
Dodge
Model
Dakota 2WD
Engine
V6-3.7L
Year
2009
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceDescription and Operation · page 2 of 2
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Alignment: Testing and Inspection

PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION

Before starting wheel alignment, the following inspection and necessary corrections must be completed. Refer to Suspension and Steering System
Diagnosis Chart below for additional information.

1. Inspect tires for  size, air pressure and tread wear.
2. Inspect front wheel bearings for wear.
3. Inspect front wheels for excessive radial or lateral runout and balance.
4. Inspect ball studs, linkage pivot points and steering gear for looseness, roughness or binding.
5. Check intermediate shaft for excessive looseness or binding.
6. Inspect suspension components for wear and noise.
7. Check suspension ride height, per the recommended procedure for variation side to side, in front and rear.
8. Road test the vehicle.

SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

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